Sofitel Dubai Downtown

  • Sheikh Zayed Road, Downtown Dubai
  • Luxury

Best for: First-time visitors, Families, Business travellers

A five-star Sofitel on Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite Burj Khalifa and about a minute from the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station. It has a fifth-floor infinity pool, a spa, a kids club and around nine bars and restaurants.

Our take

Why we picked it: It is about a minute from the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station, with a rooftop infinity pool and family rooms.

What we like

  • Very close to the metro
  • Rooftop infinity pool
  • Kids club and family rooms

Keep in mind

  • On Sheikh Zayed Road, not on the Boulevard
  • Check-in/out times not published
  • No beach

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Amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant on site
  • Kids’ club
  • Family rooms

Location and distances

Nearest metro
Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station, about a minute away
Airport
About 15 minutes by car to DXB

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Questions and answers

How close is the metro?

The hotel says it is about a minute from Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station on the Red Line.

How far is the airport?

About 15 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport, or about 25 minutes on the metro Red Line.

Is there a pool?

Yes, the Dahlia infinity pool is on the fifth-floor rooftop terrace, and there is also the Mosaic pool and lounge.

Is it good for families?

The hotel has a kids club and Le Petit Prince kids and family rooms.

Where this information comes from

Official website: sofitel-dubai-downtown.com

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